The intestinal absorption of glucose is impaired by use of ovabain, an inhibitor of Na+-K+ ATPase. Indicate the correct explanation (1) The inhibitor has blocked the transport of Na+ from […]
An individual was suffering from digestive complications. It was observed that the individual had dehydrated gastrointestinal tract. When an advanced investigation was done, the person was found to have defects […]
A diabetic patient has a high blood glucose level due to reduced entry of glucose into various peripheral tissues in addition to other causes. There is no problem of glucose […]
Absorbed monosaccharides in intestinal epithelial cells exit via which one of the following transporters? (1) GLUT2 (2) GLUT3 (3) GLUT4 (4) GLUT5 Absorption of monosaccharides in the small intestine involves […]
A patient comes to the hospital complaining of vomiting and diarrhea. The doctor suggested that the patient take glucose and electrolyte solution orally. Which one of following membrane proteins is […]
Water and electrolytes like Na+ and cl– are lost from the body in diarrhoea. Oral administration of NaCl solution in this condition does not improve the situation. When glucose is […]
The transport of fructose into the enterocytes is mediated by: (1) sodium-dependent glucose transporter (SGLT 1). (2) glucose transporter 5 (GLUT5). (3) SGLT 2. (4) GLUT 4. Fructose is a […]
The principal product of fat digestion by pancreatic lipase is the free fatty acids (FFAs) and which one of the following? (1) 3-monoacylglycerols (2) 2-monoacylglycerols (3) 1-monoacylglycerol (4) 1, 3-diacylglycerols […]
Which one of the following is NOT produced by α- amylase digestion of ingested amylopectin (1) Glucose (2) Maltose (3) Maltotriose (4) α-limit dextrins α-Amylase is an important digestive enzyme […]
The stomach of a person was partially removed during surgery of a gastric tumour. Despite taking a balanced diet, the person developed anemia. Following possible explanations were offered: A. Lower […]
